Our client is seeking a Sales Ledger Controller to join their compliance team. This is a full-time position focused on enhancing the organisation's working capital through efficient management and timely collection of sales debts. You will be responsible for supporting the business with administrative tasks related to the sales ledger and credit control while collaborating closely with finance and compliance managers. In this role, you will effectively manage debtors, ensuring adherence to company policies and payment terms. You will also report on the status of the sales ledger, highlighting any potential risks involved, which will aid management in informed decision-making.
JOB DUTIES:
- Raise the weekly sales figures.
- Communicate invoices to customers in a timely manner.
- Address and resolve any invoice queries promptly.
- Identify and implement payment trackers where necessary.
- Distribute monthly direct-debit statements to customers.
- Ensure all customers adhere to payment terms.
- Conduct cash/debt collection and escalate ongoing issues as required.
- Maintain a 5% bad debt provision monthly and year-end.
- Engage with customers to resolve payment queries effectively.
- Create and send customer statements regularly.
- Maintain and review sales ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and tidiness.
- Assist the accounts department with payment allocations and remittance requests.
- Convert customers to the required payment terms and methods.
- Work alongside the Compliance Manager to monitor new customers for adherence to payment terms.
- Assist in the administrative setup of new customers.
- Support the Compliance Manager with ad-hoc requests.
- Create and circulate the weekly aged debt report, providing commentary on status and risks.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction across all levels internally and externally.
- The ability to assert yourself confidently while multi-tasking and meeting strict deadlines is essential.
- You should be able to resolve problems promptly while maintaining strong customer relations.
- An organised approach with high attention to detail is crucial for this role.
- Flexibility and a willingness to assist colleagues within a team environment are highly valued.
- A friendly and professional manner, coupled with a calm and methodical approach to tasks, is expected.
- Professionally, you will have a minimum of five GCSEs at grades A* - C (including Maths) or equivalent.
- Holding or currently studying for a CAT or a credit control qualification is preferred.
- A minimum of three years of experience in an office setting, particularly in debt collection and sales ledger, is ideal.
- Experience within a logistics environment is advantageous.
- You should possess a good working knowledge of IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and Business Central.
WHAT YOU’LL LOVE:
This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on the company's financial health while working in a supportive team environment. You will enjoy a varied workload and the opportunity to utilise your problem-solving skills. The role is designed to enhance your professional growth within a dynamic organisation.
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